PRIVACY POLICY
Effective Date: 31/07/2025
Website: thepirateofthecacaobean.com
At The Pirate of The Cacao Bean, your privacy is sacred. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, sign up for offerings, or join our events.
In general, what should you cover in your Privacy Policy?
Who We Are
This website is operated by Carlos Marcús, based in Mallorca, Spain. You may contact us at:
📧 carlos@thepirateofthecacaobean.com
What Information We Collect
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
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Book a ceremony, retreat, or course
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Subscribe to our newsletter
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Fill out a contact form
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join a membership or community
This may include:
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Payment details (processed securely via third-party providers)
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Any health-related disclosures you share voluntarily for event participation
How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
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Confirm bookings and event participation
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Send updates about upcoming ceremonies, retreats, and offerings
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Respond to your messages
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Maintain your account or membership (if applicable)
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Ensure the safety and appropriateness of your participation in certain events (such as retreats)
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We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties, except when strictly necessary for processing payments or managing bookings (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, Calendly, etc.).
Your Rights Under GDPR
As a resident of the EU, you have the right to:
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Access the data we hold about you
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Request correction or deletion of your data
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Withdraw your consent at any time
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Request data portability
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Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
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To make any request, just email us at carlos@thepirateofthecacaobean.com
Email Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter, you’ll receive occasional emails about upcoming events, blog posts, and cacao-related inspiration. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of the email.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience and understand how visitors interact with the site. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
Data Security
We take appropriate measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. All changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. We recommend checking back occasionally.
Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is used, contact:
📧 carlos@thepirateofthecacaobean.com